Dacor EF48DBSS Planning Guides - Page 1

EF42DBSS, EF42NBSS, EF48DBSS, EF48NBSS, IF42DBOL, IF42NBOL, IF48DBOL, IF48NBOL Document # PG11-005 Revised 08/10/11 Page 1/6 42" and 48" Wide PLANNING Built-In Refrigerators GUIDE Location Requirements Your Dacor refrigerator can be recessed in an opening between cabinets or installed at the end of a cabinet run using a side panel to enclose the refrigerator. IMPORTANT: ◊ The location must allow the refrigerator to be moved out from the wall without being disconnected in the event that service become necessary. ◊ It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. ◊ Do not install in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C). ◊ Floor must support the refrigerator weight, more than 600 lbs. (272 kg), door panels and contents of the refrigerator. ◊ Ceiling height must allow for side tipping radius. See installation instructions. ◊ Location should permit doors to open fully. See Door Swing Dimensions. ◊ Location must permit top grille removal. See Opening Dimensions. ◊ A grounded 3 prong electrical outlet should be placed in the area shown in the diagram on the right. See Electrical Requirements for more information. ◊ The water shutoff should be located in the base cabinet on either side of the refrigerator or some other easily accessible area. If the water shutoff valve is not in the cabinets, the plumbing for the water line can come through the floor or the back wall. See Water Supply Requirements for more information. Opening Dimensions ◊ To avoid tipping during use, the solid soffit must be within 1" (2.5 cm) maximum above the refrigerator. If the solid soffit is higher than 1" (2.5 cm) or one is not available, then the refrigerator must be braced. If the anti-tip boards are needed, they must be attached to the rear wall studs 80" to 90" (203.2 cm to 228.6 cm) above the floor. See installation instructions for more information. NOTE: A clearance of ¹⁄2" (1.3 cm) must be maintained above the top grille in order for the top grille to be removed. warning • Observe all governing codes and ordinances during planning and installation. Contact your local building department for further information. • This appliance must be installed in accordance with the accompanying installation instructions. B 83¹/2" (212.1 cm) min. 84 ³/4" (215.3 cm) max. to bottom of solid soffit 77" (195.6 cm) A (see chart following) 1/2" (1.3 cm) Specifications subject to change without notice. 24" (61.0 cm) Min. See Page 2/6 Model Series Cutout Width A Dimension B EF42, IF42 41½" (105.4 cm) to 41¾" (106.0 cm) 10" (25.4 cm) EF48, IF48 47½" (120.7 cm) to 47¾" (121.3 cm) 16" (40.6 cm) NOTE: Flooring under refrigerator must be at same level as the room. Face of cabinetwork must be plumb. www.dacor.com Phone: (800) 7913-10.0893